Poems From Within the Heart of a Writer

What is a Birthday?

What is a birthday?

Besides the day we're born,

With streamers hung from the ceiling

And gift wrap gracefully torn.

It is a day of celebration

For the birth of a newborn child.

We celebrate it every year

With family and friends, far and wide.

But what if one day we forget

About the first day of our life.

And suddenly such a magical day

Becomes the worst day of our life.

No more texts or phone calls,

Cause you withdrew yourself from the world.

Nobody reaching out to catch you,

When you know you're going to fall.

No life preserver floating for safety,

When youre drowning in your own hell,

And when you look around for someone, anyone,

There is nobody there to tell.

Dont forget about your birthday

Even without the balloons, ribbons, and bows

Because though you may think that nobody cares

Your emotions really do show.

So in case you've lost all hope,

And today is your special day.

I am reaching out to you right now,

And I have just a few things to say.

You are an amazing person,

Though you may not agree.

So lift your head, put on a smile,

Take a moment to breathe.

Please try to have a Happy Birthday,

If not for yourself, then please, do it for me.